What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Oakland is to drive which costs $20 - $35 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Oakland is to drive which takes 2h and costs $20 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Carmel and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Carmel to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Carmel to Oakland?

The distance between Carmel and Oakland is 131 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carmel to Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Carmel to Oakland without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Carmel to Oakland?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Carmel to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Oakland train from?

Carmel to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Carmel to Oakland train arrive?

Carmel to Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Oakland is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Carmel to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 706+ hotels available in Oakland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Carmel to Oakland by train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
3h 24m
$100–153
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Oaklandcar 114.8 mi
2h
$21–31
Line 5 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel to Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearlbus
2. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane MRY - SFO
4h 20m
$206–620
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle Monterey Airbus
4h 45m
$68–87

Carmel to Oakland by bus, shuttle, and subway

105Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Carmel, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Groome Transportation operates a shuttle from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport International hourly. Tickets cost $55–70 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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